Friends of the Deaf is a North Dakota based inter-denominational mission society with a passion for bringing the Good News of Jesus to the "forgotten deaf" in Cameroon and other developing countries.The Forgotten Deaf are those who are isolated by distance, geography, & marginalized socially, with little chance of learning to read, write, or sign...unless they receive assistance.

Founded by Rev Michael Jarrett and his wife Mary, Friends of the DeafInternational partners with the deaf and the hearing in developing countries, to evangelize, disciple, educate & empower the deaf through education.

Currently our main emphasis is working with the Deaf School in Cameroon

to build classrooms, dormitory, and other essential buildings.

provide monthly funds to help run the school

develop vocational programs to assist deaf students find employment

provide scholarships for students to attend school vocational programs

Our ministry is available to visit churches, schools, deaf schools and clubs to share how they can be involved in helping the forgotten deaf in developing countries. Email us for more information.